Illiteracy Definition

illiteracy
noun
  1. ignorance resulting from not reading
  2. an inability to read

"Illiteracy" in song lyrics

See how illiteracy is used in real songs:

  • "how to stamp out illiteracy"
    AOL — AOL
  • "what is illiteracy"
    AOL — AOL
  • "how to write a paper on illiteracy"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "illiteracy"

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